Honolulu County Travel Guide

Hawaii

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Popular cities in Honolulu County

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Honolulu
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Sea
At the heart of Hawaii is the true island paradise of Honolulu. Say ‘aloha’, surf the waves, enjoy Waikiki’s famous beach, climb a volcano and visit Pearl Harbor.

Reasons to visit

  • Waikiki Beach
  • Pearl Harbor
  • Ala Moana Center
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Kapolei
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Kapolei: its theme park, beaches, snorkelling and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Ko Olina Golf Club
  • Ko Olina Beach Park
  • Paradise Cove Beach
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Kailua
Known for Beaches, Islands and Snorkelling
Trip time! Discover the island views, beaches and coral reefs in Kailua.

Reasons to visit

  • Lanikai Beach
  • Kailua Beach
  • Kailua Bay Beach
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Kahuku
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Get away to relaxing Kahuku! Enjoy the beaches, surfing and golf.

Reasons to visit

  • Turtle Bay Beach
  • Turtle Bay
  • Kawela Bay Beach Park
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Haleiwa
Known for Beaches, Sunsets and Surfing
The gateway to the seemingly endless stretch of beaches and waves of the North Shore is the cultural hub of O’ahu’s surf scene.

Reasons to visit

  • Sunset Beach
  • Waimea Bay
  • Banzai Pipeline
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Kaneohe
Known for Relaxing, Snorkelling and Beaches
This city on O'ahu’s windward side is protected from the wild Pacific Ocean and offers plenty of non-beach activities.

Reasons to visit

  • Kualoa Beach Park
  • Kaneohe Bay
  • Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden
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Stay near popular Honolulu County attractions

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Waikiki Beach

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Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.
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